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Lara M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client
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Lara M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client
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Apopka, FL

Highlights

Enhanced background check
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Dependable and cheerful:)

Growing up, I’ve helped take care of many different kinds of animals, from dogs to cats to reptiles! I have fostered a dog and I currently am the proud owner of a leopard gecko.

Cat care experience

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Future cat lady

Lara also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

1 repeat pet parent
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

If at your home, I’ll gladly respect whichever rules you have for where your pets or I should and shouldn’t go. My home is well populated with pets, so I don't offer boarding services.

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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3 ratings
Emily N.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jul 08, 2026

Lara did a great job with Freia and gave good updates! Really appreciate her flexibility. Can definitely recommend!

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Patric R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 25, 2026

Lara took great care of our cat and apartment while we were away! We really appreciated all the updates and photos!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

My schedule is very flexible. I'm currently based in Apopka, but I do travel often to the DC and Gainesville, FL areas to visit friends and loved ones.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Lara can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
I have some experience with providing oral and ear medication to both dogs and cats. Anything further than that, I can probably handle as long as I’m given good instructions!
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$20per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$25per walk
Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY
House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.